US Bucs News Summer/Fall 2018 University School Newsletter, Edition 10
University School Ranked #14 in State by US News and World Report Of the Tennessee schools in the 2018 U.S. News Best High School rankings, University School ranked #14.
University School is ranked #1852 in the National Rankings and earned a silver medal. Schools are ranked based on their performance on state -required tests and how well they prepare students for college. High school students in Tennessee are tested in English, math, biology, chemistry and U.S. history. To graduate, Tennessee high schools students must earn 22 credits in various subjects, including three credits in social studies, according to the Tennessee Department of Education.
Of the Tennessee schools in the 2018 U.S. News Best High Schools rankings, five were awarded gold medals, 19 earned silver medals and 82 received bronze medals. Along with a 100 percent graduation rate, several other academic factors went into U.S. News & World Report’s 14th-place ranking for Johnson City’s University High School in Tennessee. The AP participation rate at University School is 42%, the school has a College Readiness Index of 31.7, with subject proficiency scores averaging above those in both the district and state.
Interims Ms. Ariane Day, Director, and Dr. Justin Penley, Assistant Director, welcome University School students to school on cool, fall mornings!
Congratulations to University School, named a 2018 Reward, Priority School! Tennessee Department of Education released the following: TDOE Names 2018 Reward, Priority Schools School designations are first to be released under new accountability plan; 20% of schools across Tennessee earn Reward status Friday, September 21, 2018 | 02:37pm NASHVILLE—Education Commissioner Candice McQueen announced today the 2018 Reward and Priority schools, which are two key designations under Tennessee's school accountability system. This was the first year Tennessee implemented its new school accountability model, which was developed with educators and stakeholders across the state and which looks at multiple measures of success. Reward status is the top distinction a school can earn in Tennessee. Reward schools are those that are improving overall student academic achievement and student growth for all students and for student groups, and they are identified annually. In 2018, 318 schools in 85 school districts – about 20 percent of schools in the state – earned Reward status. To view the full list of 2018 Reward and Priority schools, visit the department's website .
Alumni Donor Spotlight We would like to recognize Mr. John N. ('60) and Dr. Judith R. Anderson for their support of University School. The Andersons established the first endowment for University School in 2014. Their generosity ensures that we can address immediate needs for US as they arise and provides sustained support for our school. Learn more about the Andersons below.
Q: Why was it important to you to establish the John N. and Dr. Judith R. Anderson Endowment for University School? A: First, it was time to give back to the school. Any success I achieved was certainly enhanced by the education I received at the Training School (University School.) We remain in touch with US as two of our grandsons are students at the school. Q: What is your favorite University (or Training) School memory? A: The friendships made and kept until this day. TS was smaller then and you could get to know kids across all grade levels. The faculty & staff were friends as well while still being respected as our leaders. Q: What advice do you have for the newest US alumni? A: Value the opportunity you have as a US student. You will have strengths that many other students will not have.
2018 Alumni Giving - Thank You! Mrs. Shirley H. and Dr. Steven L. Berk ’68
Mr. Mark T. and Patrice A. Tucker ‘74
Bsh. Kenneth L. and Linda Miller Carder ‘58
Mr. Bryan H. and Christy I. Weems
Mr. David E. and Ann Hawkins ‘58
Dr .Wilson and Janice Whitehead ‘53
Mrs. Janet E. Hawkins and Russ Phillips ‘84
Mrs. Judy A. and David Whittimore
Dr. H. Kenneth and Carol B. Johnson II ’72
Mr. A. Richard Wilson ‘59
Mrs. Sally Brooks and William Meadows ‘62
Mr. Jerry W. and Donna W. Wilson ‘68 ‘69
Dr. Mitchell and Sandra Robinson
Ms. Alicia M. Marchioni ‘02
Mr. Patrick D. Russo ‘84
Chubb Charitable Foundation
Ms. Laura L. Tolliver-Jones ‘79
University School of JC and Washington County Foundation
Thank you for supporting University School by giving….. By Check: Payable to ETSU Foundation with University School in the memo line. Mail to: ETSU University Advancement Attn: Director, Education P.O. Box 70721 Johnson City, TN 37614
By Credit Card:
Online:
Call (423) 439-4242 and a staff member will assist you with your gift.
Click here to go to Online Giving page. Please designate the gift for University School
University School Alumni at President’s Circle Tailgate
For additional ways to give, contact ETSU University Advancement at (423) 439-4242
UH Class of 2018 — Congratulations!
Class of 2017-2018, Graduation Photos available from Mast Visions
UH Class of 1963 — 55 Year Reunion
UH Class of 1978 — 40 Year Reunion
UH Class of 2008 — 10 Year Reunion
Class of 2017-2018, Graduation Photos available from Mast Visions
Alumni In the News
Be sure to check out these books by UH Alumna Kevin Slimp, Class of ‘78!
Haven Kindle, Class of 2018, has been selected to participate in the World Race. Check out her journey via her blog: https://havenkindle.theworldrace.org/
Save the Date!
Upcoming Event
University School Homecoming will be held on Friday, December 7th, 2018.
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